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Located in the western Peloponnese in the region of Elis. Olympia is the birthplace of the Olympic Games and one of Greece's most important archaeological sites. The excellent museum and extensive ruins amid green hills invite a journey into antiquity.

What awaits you

City tripHikingMuseumsNature

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 36°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

Insider tip: March, November, December — a pleasant 19°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 15°C.

Max. temperature
14°
Jan
15°
Feb
16°
Mar
21°
Apr
25°
May
31°
Jun
36°
Jul
33°
Aug
29°
Sep
25°
Oct
19°
Nov
16°
Dec
Sunshine hours
8h
Jan
8h
Feb
9h
Mar
11h
Apr
11h
May
13h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
11h
Sep
10h
Oct
7h
Nov
7h
Dec
Rain days
12d
Jan
9d
Feb
14d
Mar
9d
Apr
11d
May
7d
Jun
2d
Jul
6d
Aug
6d
Sep
4d
Oct
14d
Nov
11d
Dec

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Olympia as a Vacation Destination

Olympia is an excellent choice for city breaks, hiking trips. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 36°C.

The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, stunning natural landscapes.

Good to know

Price level
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Local languages
EL